Master of Education (MEd)
MEd in Waldorf Education (Year-Round Program)
Enlighten. Inspire. Effectively Educate.
Waldorf schools are inherently self-administered with decisions made on-site by faculty, staff, and trustees. This allows for a truly fluid educational experience; child-centered and responsive to the changing needs of the student. Our Waldorf certifications will train you in theory and methodology while simultaneously incorporating hands-on opportunities and experiential learning. This approach enhances your ability to make an immediate impact on the educational experience of your students. Become a part of this revolutionary shift in how educators are teaching, inspiring, and encouraging the next generation of learners.
This degree is offered by AU New England.
Program Overview
People who only want to focus on Waldorf education and do not want state certification can earn a 32-credit Waldorf MEd in Elementary Education in the year-round on-campus program, or the summer sequence program. Those with bachelor’s or master’s degrees are eligible for this program. Upon completion of this program, graduates obtain a 32 credit MEd which includes the 28 credit, AWSNA-approved Waldorf Certificate. This full-time program is for those who live in the New England area or are able to relocate within a commuting distance for two summer residencies and one fall semester. New! Antioch University is now offering a Specialization in Public Waldorf Teacher Education that can be added to this program. Please inquire with Admissions for details. Sequence:
Fall II: begin Master’s Project (independent/online work, from wherever you are)
Summer I: 3 weeks — courses held in Wilton, NH – School dormitory/local rooms available (2018: Sunday, July 8 through Saturday, July 28, no classes July 14, 15, 21, 22)
Fall I: 15 weeks — courses held Wednesday through Friday plus 5 Saturdays on campus in Keene, NH
Spring I: 12-week internship (available nationwide – or worldwide)
Summer II: 4 weeks — courses held in Wilton, NH (Waldorf Certificate Complete)
Degree Requirements
To earn the MEd degree (without NH Certification), you must successfully complete a minimum of 32 credits distributed as follows:
- Human Development
- Anthroposophy: Projective Geometry
- Evolving Consciousness 1
- Evolving Consciousness 2
- Foundations of Human Experience
- Waldorf Curriculum 1
- Waldorf Curriculum 2
- Painting
- Clay Modeling
- Music Curriculum
- Eurythmy 1
- Speech 1
- Speech 2
- Drawing
- Science Curriculum
- Waldorf Math and Language Arts
- Waldorf Administration
- Waldorf Masters Project Research Preparation
- Adolescent
- Arts to Accompany Foundations
- Oberufer Play
- Workshop in Middle School Drawing
- Today’s Child
- Handwork
- Sculptural Modeling
- Professional Seminar
- Readiness and Reading
- Mathematics and Movement
For course descriptions, please see the current course catalog.
- 1 semester supervised teaching in Waldorf School under approved Waldorf teacher
Faculty Spotlights
Alison Okolichany
Adjunct Faculty
Aimee Ostensen
Adjunct Faculty
Erin Tanzer
Teaching Faculty
Mary Pat Champeau
Adjunct Faculty
Admissions / Cost / Aid
Admission
How to Apply
- Complete the online admission application, including:
- Essay questions, admissions and program-specific
- Resume/curriculum vitae (CV)
- Non-refundable $50 application fee
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you earned a degree or certificate.
- email transcripts to [email protected], or
- mail to:
Office of Admissions
Antioch University New England
40 Avon Street
Keene NH 03431-3516
- Two letters of recommendation are required, from people who are in a position to evaluate your professional or academic work. The person making the recommendation may not be related to you.
- There are additional requirements for International applicants.
- Interview with a faculty member of the department to which you seek entry if selected. This can be in person, by phone, or via Skype.
Official transcripts should be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:
Office of Admissions
Antioch University New England
40 Avon Street
Keene, New Hampshire 03431-3516
All application materials submitted become part of an applicant’s file and cannot be returned.
Application Deadlines
| Program | Term | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Summer Sequence MEd and Certificate | Summer | June 1 |
| Waldorf Year Round MEd and Certificate (even years only) | Summer | June 1 |
Prerequisites
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree, or have completed at least 72 semester credits at an accredited institution and have experience in the field of education, to enter the Master’s Program or the Certificate Program. For the full policy on the Alternative Application Process, click here.
Foundation Studies Prerequisite
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree, or have complete at least 60 credits at an accredited institution, to enter the Master’s Program or the Certificate Program.
If you are interested in Waldorf Teacher Education, please complete the Waldorf Programs Questionnaire.
Upon receipt, we will review the questionnaire and communicate with you about your background. If you need further work in this area, we will share suggestions on how to proceed.
Please continue with the application process for admission at the same time as you complete the Waldorf Programs questionnaire. If you have questions along the way, feel free to contact Dana Kedziora, Waldorf Admissions Counselor, or book an appointment with Dana via this link.
For additional questions, you may email Carol Renzelman, Administrative Director, Education Department.
Tuition & Financial Aid
A college education is an investment in your future. Let us help you understand the costs and explore the resources available to help make your college education even more affordable. The majority of AUNE students finance their education through some form of financial aid. You may not be sure which federal, state, public and private aid packages – such as loans, scholarships, and grants—are right for you. Our staff is here to help you, so you can focus on what’s most important: beginning your academic program at AUNE.
Cost
| Waldorf Education Degrees | Tuition Cost per Credit | Total Program Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Teacher Education, MEd - Summer Sequence or Year-round Delivery | $952 | 32 |
| View the Cost of Attendance Components | ||
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